Innovation and sustainability leads at Perch opening Opening in September 2015, Perch Restaurant (The Nest, 4th Floor, 6133 University Boulevard) will elevate the level of dining available to students and visitors to the UBC Campus. Featuring an inspired yet affordable menu sourced from local and sustainable ingredients, and offering panoramic views of the campus … Read more
It’s no secret that I am a fan of the wines at Pacific Breeze. I have many in my cellar, especially their Reserve Chardonnay, Killer Cab, Big Red and Assaszin. It’s a treat to have a winery so close by. New Westminster isn’t far to go whether you live in Vancouver, Burnaby, Richmond, Surrey, Coquitlam … Read more
2011 Malbec Heaven’s Gate Summerland, BC $25.00 Silver Medal A great example of a cool climate Malbec. Different from the Argentinian Malbec that most people are familiar with, but very impressive. The colour is garnet black and tinged with purple with deep intensity. An intense nose with layers of blueberry, blackberry, black cherry, ripe plum, … Read more
I love Mendoza! Picture if you will, the Okanagan Valley, but much, much bigger. The towering Andes mountains lie along the western border and a flat sloping plane stretches all the way east to the Atlantic Ocean over 1100 km away. Argentina has a wine making tradition that goes back four hundred years. … Read more
Summer Fun with Hairspray and Oliver! Seven performances added in second official hold over in 70+ year history Due to overwhelming demand, Theatre Under the Stars’ (TUTS) critically acclaimed and celebrated summer hits Oliver! The Musical and Hairspray – The Broadway Musical, will extend their runs by one week. The seven newly added … Read more
Dubh Linn Gate Irish Pub to open late August in Vancouver A ‘hundred thousand welcomes’ come to Main and Terminal with Dubh Linn Gate Vancouver, offering the newest gathering place for the neighbourhood. Opening late August, the Sea-to-Sky region’s celebrated Irish pub will open its doors to a brand new location in the heart of Southeast … Read more
Carefully curated, self-guided trails through Victoria’s neighbourhoods Discover the twists and turns of Victoria’s historic streets, secret foodie finds, city parks and hidden viewpoints with Magnolia Hotel & Spa’s Bikes & Beacon package, available August 15 to October 15, 2015. With an overnight stay at Victoria’s leading boutique hotel and use of the Magnolia’s Norco … Read more
We are pleased to announce that Chef Alvin Pillay has joined our #TasteofThursday feature. Look for Chef Alvin’s first recipe on August 13. Kitchen life was imprinted on Alvin Pillay from an early age. His grandfather was a head chef, and family gatherings were centred around the cooking and sharing of meals. After … Read more
Bard on the Beach Shakespeare Festival presents its annual Opera & Arias concerts with highlights from Gilbert and Sullivan classics. Enjoy the 26th season of Bard on the Beach by attending a live performance of well-loved selections from The Pirates of Penzance, The Mikado, H.M.S. Pinafore and more. The gifted young stars of the … Read more
Please Sir, can I have some more? Most everyone is familiar with this line from the famous movie and popular stage play, Oliver. This, along with Hairspray, is this years offering from Theatre Under the Stars in Stanley Park’s beautiful Malkin Bowl Theatre. From the TUTS description: “Based on Charles Dickens’ iconic novel, Oliver! … Read more